Tag: medical malpractice defense

If you are a doctor or medical practitioner, you can have a malpractice lawsuit filed against you at any time. By the age of 65, at least 70% of practitioners in low-risk medical specialties have been sued. 99% of medical practitioners in high-risk specialties have been sued by the time they attain the same age. Here are specific steps you can take to strengthen your medical malpractice defense. 1. Contact Your Insurer If you have a hunch that…